01-26-2018, 01:17 PM
As Michael listened, he grew more interested in the assignment as Nikolai revealed the details. Of course, it was not something he could simply choose to do or not. He could, however, make the best of it.
The prospect of training men so they did not kill themselves while subduing those who wreaked havoc with their power, giving credence to the Atharim's idea that they were too dangerous was most appealing. He did not like war, but he had accepted it as a part of him, and he would use his talents to do what was right.
"An important task,"
he replied. "I will train as many of these people as possible. I do not know the details of your relationship with Jacques and his men are, but the natives I have high hopes for."
The prospect that Nikolai wanted him away from the Facility crossed his mind, but it was not something he was unprepared for. Besides, whatever else, he was best suited to the task.
"I will need some of the men that I trained. They have been tested in battle and will provide a great asset. It also serves another purpose. The original men I trained will in some ways guide those who come after. Some are not suited, dangerous. I would take some of the more power-hungry men with me to keep an eye on. If they are focused on battle, they cannot sway others."
"I suggest leaving al'Shaddis as my temporary substitute in the Facility. He is level-headed and one of the few I trust with my life. He will not betray the Custody, nor will he attempt anything like Andlain."
Speaking of such things, Michael forgot pretence and focused on the best way to handle the situation. He already began to run through several strategies. Of course, the tactics could not be discerned until he had a better understanding of the situation in Egypt, but Michael's plans were broader in scope. He had been given a role, and he would make sure that nothing would undermine it.
"In addition, what will be my status with Danjou and his men? An Ascendant, or military representative for the Custody? What can I expect in support and supplies from the Custody?"
Edited by Michael Vellas, Jan 26 2018, 01:18 PM.
The prospect of training men so they did not kill themselves while subduing those who wreaked havoc with their power, giving credence to the Atharim's idea that they were too dangerous was most appealing. He did not like war, but he had accepted it as a part of him, and he would use his talents to do what was right.
"An important task,"
he replied. "I will train as many of these people as possible. I do not know the details of your relationship with Jacques and his men are, but the natives I have high hopes for."
The prospect that Nikolai wanted him away from the Facility crossed his mind, but it was not something he was unprepared for. Besides, whatever else, he was best suited to the task.
"I will need some of the men that I trained. They have been tested in battle and will provide a great asset. It also serves another purpose. The original men I trained will in some ways guide those who come after. Some are not suited, dangerous. I would take some of the more power-hungry men with me to keep an eye on. If they are focused on battle, they cannot sway others."
"I suggest leaving al'Shaddis as my temporary substitute in the Facility. He is level-headed and one of the few I trust with my life. He will not betray the Custody, nor will he attempt anything like Andlain."
Speaking of such things, Michael forgot pretence and focused on the best way to handle the situation. He already began to run through several strategies. Of course, the tactics could not be discerned until he had a better understanding of the situation in Egypt, but Michael's plans were broader in scope. He had been given a role, and he would make sure that nothing would undermine it.
"In addition, what will be my status with Danjou and his men? An Ascendant, or military representative for the Custody? What can I expect in support and supplies from the Custody?"
Edited by Michael Vellas, Jan 26 2018, 01:18 PM.
"She saw a flaring halo around his head, radiant in gold and blue. It shouted of glory and power to come"
"No matter how fast light travels, it finds the darkness has always got there first, and is waiting for it."